Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup made by Mom from scratch. This was hands down my most favorite meal as a kid, and to this day is my number one ranked form of comfort food.

 

But today with the fresh blanket of snow, it seemed even more fitting.

 

I remember my Mom making this when I was little and every time I ate it I got the hiccups. I realize now it was probably because I was eating it WAY too fast!!

 

When my friend, Lisa and I used to play in my play kitchen we would put warm water in my “soup kettle” and “cook” homemade chicken noodle soup on my stove. It was the one meal we always made.

I have known how to make this as long as I can remember. It’s really not hard…

But I guess if you didn’t grow up eating it, you wouldn’t know how?

 

I have passed this “recipe” on to many friends and family over the years.  My kids all know how to make it.

I cannot say I ever really had a “recipe” though. So today, I am going to measure and count and do my best to walk you through it.

 

 

 

 

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
One thing I have always noticed over the years, sometimes the broth is better than others.  When it’s good, we refer to it as “a good batch!” 
And when it needs some help, just like my Mom did, and her Mom before her did, I always blame the chicken!  It’s easy to fix though, by adding a little chicken bouillon. 

 

The noodles will soak up the broth as it sits.  I always add some more chicken broth to the leftovers.  We love the broth.

 

If you are watching your fat intake, I would recommend making this a day ahead and putting it into the fridge.  The grease from the chicken will go to the top and harden and can be removed.

 

 

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Is Chicken Soup Good For Colds?

Old wives’ tale? Popular myth? Medieval medicine? The notion that chicken soup is great for the flu and cold season goes way back. So far back I bet my mom’s mom’s mother’s grandmother was using it to soothe the common cold. 

 

Well, even though it is not a cure for the common cold, there are many qualities making chicken soup great for easing flu season symptoms. The warm broth, the vitamins from the vegetables, the protein from the chicken, and all the herbs and spices and salt all help fight cold symptoms. 

 

 

The Ways Chicken Noodle Soup Is Good For Colds

 

Most importantly, the soup can break up congestion. The broth promotes mucus flow… gross, but it helps get it out of your lungs. (Which is even grosser if you think about it).

The herbs and vegetables help fight infection. The salt can help soothe a sore throat. So, pretty much every ingredient in the soup is working to make you feel better.

 You may still be sick, yes, but wouldn’t you prefer to feel decent if you have to suffer being sick in the first place?

 

 

 

Variations On Chicken Noodle Soup

One of the great things about homemade chicken noodle soup is you can take it so many different directions. It is like a canvas to a painter. You can create off of it endlessly.

I have a few other recipes that are variations on chicken soup, all special in their very own way.  What kind of a friend (or Mother) would I be if I didn’t share them ALL?

• Italian Chicken Noodle Soup – An Italian twist on one of my most favorite comfort foods with thick egg noodles, Italian spiced chicken broth, lean chicken, tomatoes and fresh basil.  Sure to be a new family favorite! (pictured above)
• Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup – Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup is loaded with Italian flavors and pasta.  Prepared slowly in your crockpot or on your stovetop in about 30 minutes.
• Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup – A twist on the classic, this Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup is made by adding a little red pepper, some ginger and a little heavy cream, top it with fresh cilantro when serving.  Perfect for what ails you!
• Chicken Noodle Soup with Sauerkraut – Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup,  just like grandma always said, can help with colds, but how about adding a true superfood like sauerkraut? You get tons of nutritional value and healing powers that will boggle your mind!
• Chicken, Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup – This Chicken, Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup is loaded with flavor.  Pour yourself a big bowl and enjoy each and every bite!
• Polish Sauerkraut Soup (Kapusniak) – Kapusniak holds a very special place in my heart. My Polish heritage pours love and tradition into making this Polish Sauerkraut Soup with a chicken base, Polish sausage, potatoes, carrots, celery, onions, and sauerkraut.

 

 

Using Homemade Egg Noodles In Chicken Noodle Soup

Now if you are going to go homemade and really do it authentically, then why not make your own egg noodles for your chicken noodle soup, right? Using homemade egg noodles really takes the soup to another whole level. 

Making homemade egg noodles is super easy and doesn’t take but a few minutes. Kneading the dough is fun and it isn’t like making bread and waiting for the dough to rise. Noodles come together in minutes and they cook so quickly, you will be surprised. 

Here is my recipe for Homemade Egg Noodles… well, actually it is borrowed from my Mom and Better Homes & Gardens, but it’s the one I grew up with.